DontWorryBHappy Posted March 21, 2012 Posted March 21, 2012 Kids around the world would love a parent like you, even if they don't know it. I walked around with a frown on my face, paralyzed emotionally from a twenty-something identity crisis Yet every single time you saw me, during the most mundane times of day, you smiled at me with this wide, giggly grin. I would go about my business, pretending not to notice Because I didn't want to be noticed, or seen, even by you I shut myself down, telling myself you didn't understand me At times we were at odds with each other Silly, meaningless arguments But then I look back on my 23 years I remember every peanut butter and jelly sandwich you ever made with an "I love you" note placed delicately in my lunchbox The birthday cards The time you drove up for my 21st, and I was dying inside from a break up But you were still there, even if I couldn't appreciate it in that moment Because I was too wrapped up in myself All the times I felt we were so different may even be true But I find myself remembering what I've learned from you when I least expect it. You are beautiful and special, and I hope you see that too I see it all the time Thanks mom, for everything you have ever done for me Love, Me 1
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